Leadership Amplified

Welcome to episode six of Leadership Amplified. We dive into the extraordinary story of Siddharth Thakur, who at 21 leads Paradigm Robotics and is building FireBot—a rescue robot that saves firefighters' lives in hazardous environments, while redefining what leadership looks like in the Gen Z era.

In this episode, we explore how Thakur's generation approaches leadership differently: purpose-driven from day one, tech-native in their thinking, and focused on solving social problems through innovation. We'll decode what makes Gen Z leaders tick, how their speed-over-perfection mentality creates breakthrough solutions, and most importantly, how seasoned executives can lead them effectively while learning from their unique strengths.

You'll discover:
  • How purpose-driven leadership attracts and retains top Gen Z talent
  • The power of real-time feedback and transparent communication expectations
  • Why autonomy and impact matter more than traditional hierarchies
  • How to leverage Gen Z's tech-native thinking for competitive advantage
  • The reverse-mentoring approach that creates two-way learning relationships
Key Leadership Lessons:
  • Purpose is non-negotiable—Gen Z chooses meaning over money consistently
  • Speed beats perfection when you embrace "build-test-learn" cycles
  • Transparency is expected, not optional, in next-generation workplaces
  • Social impact drives innovation when leaders connect work to larger purpose
  • Reverse mentoring works when leaders balance teaching experience with learning technology
This isn't about accommodating stereotypes—it's about unlocking the extraordinary potential of a generation that thinks in solutions, not limitations.

What is Leadership Amplified ?

Leadership in the AI age isn't just evolving—it's being completely amplified. Welcome to Leadership Amplified, the podcast that transforms how you think about, practice, and master leadership in our rapidly changing world.

Three episodes every week. Maximum impact every time.

Monday - Crisis Amplified
Real leadership crises. Real solutions. Real results. We dive into the leadership emergencies that keep executives awake at night—from sudden resignations and massive attrition to stagnant growth and team breakdowns. Each episode breaks down what went wrong, what could have been done differently, and how AI-powered leadership tools are changing the game entirely.

Wednesday - Skills Amplified
The leadership skills that separate good managers from great leaders—amplified for the modern age. Master the fundamentals: interview techniques that actually work, performance conversations that drive results, mentoring that builds people, not just manages them, and leading across generations without losing your mind. All enhanced with AI insights and practical frameworks you can use immediately.

Friday - Future Amplified
Where leadership is heading and how to get there first. Explore how AI is reshaping leadership roles, what the next generation expects from their leaders, and the emerging challenges that will define tomorrow's most successful organizations. Stay ahead of the curve with insights that matter.

You'll Get:

Real Crisis Solutions - Not theory, but actual strategies used in leadership emergencies
AI-Enhanced Insights - How artificial intelligence is amplifying human leadership capability
Cross-Generational Wisdom - Leadership strategies that work for Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z
15-Minute Format - Powerful insights designed for busy leaders
Immediate Application - Every episode ends with something you can implement today

Perfect For:
C-Suite Executives facing complex leadership challenges
Rising Leaders who want to accelerate their development
HR Professionals building leadership capability at scale
Anyone who leads people and wants to do it better

Leadership isn't just changing—it's being amplified. Are you ready to amplify yours?